“Did you come to inquire about a position?”
The young woman evidently concentrated her energy upon the question. Her mind moved so slowly and jerkily that Barbara, watching the process, was reminded of the working of an ouija board. She would not have been surprised to hear the girl squeak. But the query was beyond the newcomer. It was plain that vernacular must be tried.
“Do you want a place?”
The girl brightened a shade. “Yes, mam.”
“Can you cook?”
“No, mam.”
“Wait upon the table?”
“No, mam.”
“Sweep and dust?”
“No, mam.”